About Trowel
The surname Trowel is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "trowel," which refers to a small handheld tool used in masonry and plastering. As a surname, Trowel likely originated as an occupational name for someone who worked as a mason or a plasterer. The name may have been given to individuals based on their skill or profession, or it could have been used to distinguish them from others in the community. Over time, the surname Trowel has become relatively rare, but it still carries the historical association with the skilled trades of masonry and plastering.
The surname Trowel is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Trowel based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Trowel in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Trowel using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.